Los países del TLCAN tienen como objetivo un acuerdo rápido

The video discusses the initial round of NAFTA talks, highlighting differing views from Canadian, Mexican, and US trade representatives. While Canada and Mexico see NAFTA as a success, the US representative criticizes it. The urgency to conclude talks before upcoming elections in the US and Mexico is emphasized. The video also examines the impact of NAFTA on US manufacturing jobs, suggesting that China's rise has had a more significant effect. The discussion includes the political and economic factors influencing the negotiations.

What was the main difference in perspective between the Canadian and Mexican trade ministers and the US trade representative during the first round of NAFTA talks?

• Canada and Mexico saw NAFTA as a failure, while the US saw it as a success.

• Canada and Mexico viewed NAFTA as a success, while the US saw it as needing major improvements.

• The US saw NAFTA as a success, while Canada and Mexico saw it as needing improvements.

• All parties agreed that NAFTA was a success.

Why is there a strong desire to conclude the NAFTA negotiations quickly?

• To increase trade deficits.

• To reduce the influence of the Trans Pacific Partnership Agreement.

• To avoid conflicts with upcoming US and Mexican elections.

• To ensure the US benefits more than Canada and Mexico.

What could make it difficult to wrap up the NAFTA negotiations quickly?

• If the Trans Pacific Partnership Agreement is canceled.

• If Canada and Mexico refuse to participate.

• If the US elections are postponed.

• If the US proposes changes that primarily benefit itself.

What is suggested as a more significant factor than NAFTA in the decline of US manufacturing jobs?

• The increase in oil prices.

• The decline in US education standards.

• The competitive rise of China.

• The rise of the European Union.

What percentage of US manufacturing exports go to Canada or Mexico?

• About 10%

• About 1/3

• About 50%

• About 2/3